Machine Maintenance Technician Job at Kennametal (Rogers)

Job Description

Perform predictive/preventive maintenance analysis to anticipate and circumvent equipment failures, enhancing uptime and reducing costs.

Perform predictive/preventive maintenance analysis to anticipate and circumvent equipment failures, enhancing uptime and reducing costs
Performs specialized technical tasks required to support operations (e.g., IT development, research support, skilled trade)
Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical)
Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield
Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventive and unscheduled maintenance)
Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems
Prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures
Prepare for new/relocated equipment installations by sizing, wiring, piping, ventilation, etc. according to incoming equipment requirements
Receive, rig, unload, transport, install, assemble, troubleshoot, and fine tune new/relocated equipment
Troubleshoot and perform necessary repairs on existing equipment
Assist engineers in identifying worn or damaged parts that may be needed to complete the repair
Interface with and assist outside contractors, OEM’s and Technology Process Support groups, in all attempts to install new and repair or upgrade existing processes
Safely handle hazardous materials and hazardous wastes
Interface with in-plant Computerized Machine Maintenance System to show status of work and time spent on job

High School
1-3 Years of relevant work experience
Must have successfully completed training for, and is certified or pursuing certification as a State Journeyman, appropriate to plant location, in electrical or machine maintenance OR has 2 - 5 years or more documented maintenance repair experience in a manufacturing environment
Able to do basic math
Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, work orders, schematic and blueprints
Ability to use a personal computer and various software such as SAP MII
Ability to read and comprehend Schematics, Multi-Meter & Ammeter Utilization, 3 phase & Single phase motor control, PLC & Ladder Logic programming & understanding (AB SLC-500 & Micrologix, Control logix), Soldering, Mechanical, Power tool usage capability, Welding: Arc and/or TIG, Pipe fitting
Soldering / Threading, Power Transmission applications knowledge (Gearboxes, sprockets, & Belts), Pneumatics / Hydraulics
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with plant personal, supervisors, and managers
Has working knowledge and skills to perform a defined set of analytical/scientific methods or operational processes
Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise